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Fine Art Print : 6-inch gun drill, Royal Navy training establishment, Shotley, Suffolk, 1936
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6-inch gun drill, Royal Navy training establishment, Shotley, Suffolk, 1936
6-inch gun drill, Royal Navy training establishment, Shotley, Suffolk, 1936. Known within the service as HMS Ganges, Shotley was Britains largest Royal Naval training establishment from 1905 until it closed in 1975
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Boot Boots Cadet Gunnery Naval Gun Print Collector21 Royal Navy Suffolk Training Naval Warfare Shotley
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the intensity and dedication of Royal Navy recruits during a 6-inch gun drill at HMS Ganges, Shotley, Suffolk, in 1936. This historic image, captured at the renowned Royal Naval training establishment, showcases the precision and discipline instilled in young sailors as they prepared for their naval careers. Add this evocative piece to your collection and bring the rich history of the Royal Navy into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34.1cm (21" x 13.4")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the year 1936, capturing a moment of intense training at the Royal Navy's largest establishment, HMS Ganges in Shotley, Suffolk. The image showcases a group of young cadets dressed in their immaculate uniforms, standing alongside a powerful 6-inch gun. These future sailors are diligently engaged in a gun drill, honing their skills and preparing for the challenges that lay ahead. The significance of this historic location is not lost on those who served within its walls. Known as Britain's premier naval training facility from 1905 until its closure in 1975, HMS Ganges holds an esteemed place in British military history. It was here that countless men underwent rigorous instruction to become skilled seamen ready to defend their country during times of war. In this photograph, we witness the dedication and discipline embodied by these young men as they learn how to handle weaponry crucial for naval warfare. Their boots firmly planted on the ground symbolize their commitment to duty and service. Preserved through time by The Print Collector, this image serves as a poignant reminder of an era defined by conflict and sacrifice. It allows us to glimpse into the past while honoring those who dedicated themselves to protecting our nation's shores.
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